PC Gaming News is a News and downloads site for the PC, We have all the latest emulators, hack, homebrew, commercial games for PC and all the downloads on this site,, the latest homebrew and releases, Part of the
DCEmu Homebrew & Gaming Network.
News Flash
Check out
Nintendo video games
THE LATEST NEWS BELOW
|
January 17th, 2009, 09:55 Posted By: wraggster
Frogster America today announced details surrounding a key tool in the game Runes of Magic, the Arcane Transmutor. There are many ways to upgrade Armor and Weapons in Runes of Magic (http://www.runesofmagic.com), but most of then require the aid of the Arcane Transmutor, a powerful and mysterious artifact.
Only basic recipes have been given to the players so far, but upgrading those recipes is now possible: for instance, with the aid of power stones, adventurers can extract attributes from magical items, which are then stored in mana stones. Cleverly combined, these mana stones can turn into increasingly powerful mana stones, which in turn are used to refine and improve weapons or armor, thus making them especially useful tools in the everlasting battle against the enemies of Taborea.
Also, runes important for improving equipment, can be transmuted in several ways. Five identical runes of the same rank can form a higher tiered and more powerful version of that same rune. Players are encouraged to experiment combining different runes and attributes to create their ideal rune.
While the possible combinations are countless, using the Arcane Transmutor does cost Transmutor Charges, which players have to accrue in order to benefit from the Transmutor. Phirius Tokens, a reward from daily quests, can be traded in for charges, while players that want to upgrade their items faster can purchase charges in the item shop.
However, the Arcane Transmutor will not freely reveal all of its secrets. But one thing is clear, it is a lot more powerful than it was thought to be. It is now up to adventurers to discover its inner workings.
Runes of Magic went into the open beta in December with English and German versions, and the company revealed that over 300,000 players had already entered the world. All interested players can now download the game for free at www.runesofmagic.com.
Runes of Magic – a world full of wizardry and adventure
With an extensive range of features Runes of Magic prepares to redefine the standard of free-to-play MMO games. Right from the launch Runes of Magic will convey its absorbing story through more than 1,000 quests embedded in an atmospheric world.
Players can choose between six main classes. Combined with a secondary class they dispose of 36 individual combinations of character classes over all. All characters possess unique skills with impressive combo attacks and can use mounts. A particularly attractive feature for guilds and players is the possibility to arrange their own virtual homes with individual furnishing.
Thanks to an extensive crafting and reputation system, thrilling PVP as well as demanding dungeons and boss-monsters, no wishes remain unsatisfied. The Taiwanese developer Runewaker has developed Runes of Magic according to western MMO standards within a time frame of three years. The studio will provide new challenges for players every three to four months with free add-ons and updates. MMO fans can find more information, pictures and videos on the official website www.runesofmagic.com.
Runes of Magic features
Free2play: no monthly fees, free download
Extensive dual class system (six primary and secondary classes)
Versatile spell- and attack-combinations
Enthralling background story
More than 1.000 quests and quest series on launch
No zone boundaries thanks to seamless architecture
Dungeons: Instanced and tile based as well as persistent
Individually developable skills and spells
Armor sets with special bonuses
Dynamic item system with hundreds of runes for upgrading
Optional PvP system with arena battles and guild wars
Ranking system with player-ranking lists
Multitude of unique mounts
Epic crafting system with the chance to improve existing items
Personalization of player houses through individual furnishing
Reputation system
Customizable user interface with the option to use Add-Ons
Map and radar system to find dealers, resources and quests easily
In-game auction houses for trading items
Teleport-Runes for instant travel
Mouse and keyboard controls for movement
Regular updates with new content
Cross-server fights in three-server-battle in development
Guild houses in special zones in development
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
 Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
 |
|
|
|
January 17th, 2009, 09:54 Posted By: wraggster
Online PC game publisher YNK Interactive announced an expansion to their MMORPG Rohan: Blood Feud, by adding a new dungeon, The Fire Temple Garden.
"The Fire Temple Garden is only a taste of what Rohan: Blood Feud has in store for 2009," said Kevin Yoon, Project Manager of YNK Interactive. "It is a special treat to our high level players who will surely enjoy the challenging quests we've implemented in the new dungeon."
The Fire Temple Garden is divided into four different regions, The Blazing Temple, The Ring of Flames, The Lamp of Flames, and Kasa's Tower. Access to these areas is obtained by completing a series of quests, which has been added along with The Fire Temple Garden. The 16 new quests are challenging and specifically designed for players who are level 80 or above.
The Fire Temple Garden came shortly after the opening of a new level at Rahkon Dungeon just six weeks prior. The positive feedback of the level addition from the players encouraged developers to add an entirely new dungeon for 2009, which is only the beginning to the Rohan: Blood Feud expansion into the new year.
For more details, please visit www.playrohan.com.
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 16th, 2009, 22:16 Posted By: Shrygue
via Engadget
People trading in salacious gossip have been counting on an update of the Mac mini for ages now, with most of the rumors centering on it making its appearance at Macworld. Well, the festivities came and went without a peep about the mini -- but that hasn't stopped the rumors from swirling.
The latest we're hearing is that the refresh will be built upon NVIDIA's new Ion platform, which houses a 9400M GPU -- the same graphics processor as the new unibody Macbooks -- and could mean an even minier mini than the one we already know. Tom's Hardware, the source of this newest rumor, also speculates on a March release date, though they're not guessing on the price just yet.
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 15th, 2009, 21:09 Posted By: wraggster
As the story goes, a representative for developer Vogster told TeamXbox earlier today that the Xbox 360 version of CrimeCraft had been canceled. The Unreal Engine 3-powered MMO shooter was first announced this past April and has largely slipped under the radar since.
Since its initial publication, a representative for Vogster has gotten in touch with various outlets, including Joystiq, to clarify the situation. According to the rep, a 360 version "was toyed with in early development but ... [we have] always planned on it being PC only at initial launch, with the potential for additional platforms down the road." Move along, folks, nothing to see here.
http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/15/cr...-down-the-roa/
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 14th, 2009, 21:05 Posted By: wraggster
Some great ScummVM News, heres the details:
The developers of ScummVM are pleased to announce that as of today, the classic game Discworld has full support for James Woodcock's Music Enhancement Project within the developers build. The project started way back in January 2006 as James Woodcock committed himself to use the original MIDI files from various Point and Click Adventure titles, creating enhanced versions using modern MIDI equipment. He has already released the Simon the Sorcerer version and can now add Discworld to his completion list:
"I have tried very hard to remain faithful to the originals in respect to the excellent composers creations..." says James Woodcock, creator of the ScummVM Music Enhancement Project. He continues "...There has been a lot of support and interest from Discworld fans, who have been monitoring its progress very carefully and it is with great pleasure I can finally play Discworld using new versions of the original soundtrack with many thanks to the developers of ScummVM for all their hard work in making this feature possible".
James uses the Yamaha Tyros2 keyboard hooked up to his computer via USB and after going through various tweaking, recording and editing, a finalised music track is born.
With permission from legendary author Terry Pratchett himself, the Discworld enhanced soundtrack (version 2.0) will be released in full and compatible with ScummVM in the future when hopefully we expect the freeware version of the game will be made available to the public to enjoy all over again.
http://www.scummvm.org/?shownews=20090114.xml
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 14th, 2009, 17:25 Posted By: wraggster
The classic adventure game Zork is back, this time in the form of a browser-based casual MMO Legends of Zork, published by Ireland-based Jolt Online Gaming.
The Great Underground Empire is in ruins, FrobozzCo International has implemented massive layoffs, and a newly unemployed traveling salesmen sets off in search of treasure and adventure in this upcoming rebirth of the classic franchise from Jolt Online Gaming.
“As a complete Zork geek, I’m very proud to be releasing this title”, stated Dylan Collins, CEO of Jolt Online gaming. “Anyone who plays MMOs will definitely like to spend some time with Legends of Zork while they’re taking a break or browsing around the web. It’s very addictive”.
While i am always skeptical about a classic property in new hands, the fact that the picture of the Grue that accompanied the release gives me hope. Be sure to sign up at www.legendsofzork.com to be alerted when the game goes live.
http://kotaku.com/5130997/zork-retur...-form-somewhat
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 14th, 2009, 17:05 Posted By: wraggster
Microsoft has pushed out its first patch for the Windows 7 public beta. The update saves your MP3s from a rather nasty bug that trims seconds off any song that's been edited, either by you or via automatic updates from Windows Media Player. If you've got afflicted files, there's a chance they're salvageable via properties window, according to the patch notes -- and if not, then here's hoping you backed up your library. Additionally, a new update has gone out to Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and Server 2003 / 2008 that fixes some vulnerabilities in the Server Message Block (SMB) protocol. Beta users won't get their fix until the next public release, explains Microsoft Security Response Team's Christopher Budd, since it's only considered a "moderate" risk for the new OS.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/01/14/w...rsions-get-se/
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 14th, 2009, 16:51 Posted By: wraggster
Dead or Alive star Holly Valance has joined the eclectic cast of Red Alert 3. The Australian actress will appear in the game's recently announced expansion, Uprising.
According to Eurogamer.net, Valance will play Brenda Snow, a news journalist. "She's investigating a research facility that might be doing some dodgy business, and thinks perhaps the president's involved," Valance told the European gaming site.
The Red Alert real-time strategy games were always known for their tongue-in-cheek humor; Valance, firmly aware of that, said, "It's a camp, over-dramatized character, it's not too serious. It was fun to go a little bit over the top."
http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/944/944508p1.html
You can catch the blonde bombshell in action when Uprising launches this March.
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 13th, 2009, 19:20 Posted By: Shrygue
via Games Industry
The Sims 2 Double Delux has once again brought Electronic Arts' franchise to the top of the US PC sales chart for the week finishing off 2008 and ringing in the new year ending January 3, according to data provided by NPD.
Blizzard's World Of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King secured a spot in second place, while Will Wright's sim-everything title, Spore, stood at number three.
The people simulating brand, The Sims 2, was further boosted by the Apartment Life expansion pack which came in fourth as the World of Warcraft: Battle Chest collection came in fifth.
Bethesda's post-apocalyptic RPG, Fallout 3, took sixth place, followed by Valve's co-operative zombie survival title, Left 4 Dead, at seven and Activision's Call of Duty: World at War in eighth place.
World of Warcraft, the base title of Blizzard's MMO franchise, is still in the charts at nine and The Sims 2 concludes its chart performance with the Mansions & Garden Stuff expansion pack coming in at ten.
US PC chart follows:
01. The Sims 2 Double Deluxe
02. World Of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King
03. Spore
04. The Sims 2 Apartment Life
05. World Of Warcraft: Battle Chest
06. Fallout 3
07. Left 4 Dead
08. Call Of Duty: World At War
09. World Of Warcraft
10. The Sims 2 Mansion & Garden Stuff
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 12th, 2009, 22:59 Posted By: Shrygue
via Joystiq
Relic Entertainment's Mark Noseworthy has confirmed with Joystiq that the Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 2 closed beta will begin January 21st if you purchased the original Dawn of War expansion, Soulstorm. Procrastinators, take note: you'll be introduced into the public beta just a week later on January 28th. Or, break the cycle of lethargy and pick up the expansion in order to grab an early beta spot.
We got a closer look at Dawn of War 2 during CES, and fans of real-time strategy games will not be disappointed ... unless you don't own a PC (but c'mon, how could you be an RTS buff without owning a PC?). Dawn of War 2 will be a PC-only release with Games for Windows Live features like voice chat and Achievements.
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 12th, 2009, 21:08 Posted By: wraggster
Funcom has revealed that its ailing MMO Age of Conan will reduce its server count from 49 to 18. The cuts are most dramatic in the US, where 25 servers have been hacked to six. GI.biz speculates that AoC won't be shut down because it's Funcom's only source of income until it launches The Secret World, allegedly releasing in the next couple years.
Although the server reductions have been anticipated since late last year, Funcom only recently announced the full list of closures mergers. Funcom also recently disposed of employees in its QA and customer service departments. The company isn't doing too hot with its Hyborian Adventures at the moment, but hopefully these changes will keep the company afloat until the Conan expansion's cash infusion arrives.
http://www.joystiq.com/2009/01/12/ag...-by-over-half/
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 12th, 2009, 20:41 Posted By: wraggster
Good news, Windows 7 fanatics -- Microsoft has decided to nix that 2.5 million download limit in order to a) calm everyone down and b) enable its servers to relax just a wee bit. After the Windows 7 Beta download was launched, it took just hours to bring the servers to a screeching halt as consumers 'round the globe attempted to get in before the 2.5 million mark was hit. Now, however, the team has removed that barrier for the next fortnight (through January 24th, being that it was decided on Saturday) in effort to make the download experience more ideal. Crisis averted. Just in case you've forgotten how good it looks, we're including a gallery, and don't remember how much fun we've all had running it on the MacBook Pro and the VAIO P.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/01/12/m...ownload-limit/
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 10th, 2009, 02:00 Posted By: wraggster
Those who wish to check out Windows 7, Microsoft's upcoming successor to Windows Vista, can now do so. The software giant on Friday posted the 32-bit and 64-bit beta versions of the OS. Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer announced the beta earlier this week during his keynote address at the annual International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
The beta represents a work-in-progress, and the release of the final version hasn't been announced yet, though it is expected within a year. Windows 7 seeks to address many of the issues that consumers had with Windows Vista. Improvements have reportedly been made to speed and performance, particularly on machines with 512MB of RAM. Microsoft has also addressed the universally despised User Account Control system that annoyed users to no end.
The 64-bit version can be downloaded here, while the 32-bit version can be found found here. Both versions are ISO files, which means they must be burned to a DVD before you use can use them. The beta expires 30 days after installation unless you provide a software key from Microsoft.
http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/943/943599p1.html
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 10th, 2009, 01:59 Posted By: wraggster
Gamasutra is reporting that Eidos Interactive has lowered its previous financial estimates from $273 million-$303 million (£180-£200 million) down to $243 million-$273 million (£160 to £180 million) on reports that the sales of Tomb Raider: Underworld have been lower the company's internal forecasts. Even still, the publisher claims that it was "pleased" with Tomb Raider's sales in some European territories.
North America was the main problem area which Eidos blames on the massive economic downturn in the region. Eidos says that retailers were forced to restrain inventory levels and offer discounts to ensure that product moved off the shelves. Tomb Raider: Underworld has currently sold an estimated 1.5 million units worldwide.
Eidos stock, which is traded on the London Stock Exchange, fell as much as 25 percent in early morning trading from $26 (£17.25) a share to $19 (£12.75) a share. The company's stock has taken a dip of around 80 percent in the last 12 months.
http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/943/943493p1.html
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 10th, 2009, 01:58 Posted By: wraggster
Your time in the nuclear wasteland will increase thanks to plans that Bethesda Softworks has to raise the level cap in Fallout 3, its acclaimed post-apocalyptic role-playing game. Lead producer Jeff Gardiner told Eurogamer in an interview that the company will boost the level cap from 20 to 30 in the upcoming Broken Steel downloadable content pack, which is due out in March.
Broken Steel is the third DLC pack for the game. The first, Operation: Anchorage, is due out this month, and it will let players experience the liberation of Alaska from Chinese forces. The second DLC pack, the Pitt, is due out in February and will let players explore the remains of Pittsburgh. Due to an exclusivity deal, the DLC will only be offered for the Xbox 360 and Windows versions of the game. Operation: Anchorage will cost 800 Microsoft Points on the Xbox Live Marketplace.
In addition, Broken Steel will also remove the game's ending, meaning that once you finish the storyline you will be able to continue to adventure around the wasteland. Currently, once you finish the game the credits roll and that's it. By removing the ending, Bethesda will let you work your way toward building a level 30 character.
http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/943/943469p1.html
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 10th, 2009, 01:56 Posted By: wraggster
This brand new v1.11 demo showcases both the basic Shock Force game as well as the Marines Module, sold separately from the basic game. The Combat Mission: Shock Force Demo will require approximately 1 Gigabyte of free space on your hard drive in order to install.
DEMO LIMITATIONS:
Includes three scenarios which can be played as either US or Syrian
Includes a fourth scenario, "Demo Training" which was designed to only be played from the US perspective
All multiplayer modes are active (TCP-IP, PBEM, Hotseat)
You can access the full Game Editor, but the save function is disabled.
The original full game manual is included as a pdf file
The demo scenarios are only in English. See Game Language Info below for more details on how to play these battles in other languages.
DEMO SCENARIO INFO:
Demo Training, a small training scenario designed to familiarize new players to Combat Mission before engaging in "real" combat. (Blue play only)
Smashing Steel: A Syrian mechanized force heads south as an American Stryker and tank force heads north. (Battle begins before dawn in the dark, but as time progresses and the sun rises, visibility and lighting will increase)
Going to Town: Stryker infantry mix it up with the Syrian forces as they enter a small town.
USMC Going to Town: Marines combined arms force fights it out with a Syrian force in a small town. The battlefield is the same as the Stryker based Going to Town scenario in order to highlight the differences between the units in each.
Find out more about the demo as well as a list or mirrors at the official site.
http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/943/943406p1.html
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 10th, 2009, 01:55 Posted By: wraggster
Being torn over which character design to pick for the Dark Templar class in the multiplayer portion of StarCraft 2, Blizzard Entertainment is allowing fans to decide. Over the next month, fans can choose between the Lenessa or Zer'atai designs. Blizzard is even allowing fans to choose a third option, which spawns a mixture of both. Official descriptions and pics are posted below:
"The first option represents the Lenassa tribe of dark templar, which made its debut in the original StarCraft. This unit carries a single warp blade, and a cloth shroud covers its face."
"The second option represents the Zer'atai tribe of dark templar, who wield dual scythes and wear an ensemble of heavy armor and the bones of slain zerg."
http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/943/943208p1.html
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 10th, 2009, 01:54 Posted By: wraggster
A new patch for GSC Game World's S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is out. Patch 1.5.08 improves both the download and retail version of the first-person shooter. Patch notes, taken from the game's official web site, are posted below:
1.5.04 - 1.5.07 saved games will be compatible with patch 1.5.08.
Changes:
- Added the possibility for admins to take screenshots of a player's screen (as an anti-wallhack-cheats measure) by console commands (make_screenshot, screenshot_all).
- Fixed bug with banning the players.
- Fixed bug with saving the rank and money amount of the player upon the round restart (if the player deliberately closed the game process in the task manager, and then reconnected).
- Increased the stability of the network play.
http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/943/943253p1.html
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 10th, 2009, 01:52 Posted By: wraggster
Frogster America today announced that in less than a month, the population of its highly anticipated free-to-play MMORPG Runes of Magic, has already surpassed 300,000 players. The steady population growth will enable Frogster to continuously update and polish the game during the run up to its formal launch in March 2009.
"Frogster would like to thank our dedicated community for their constructive feedback since the beginning of the open beta," said Daniel Ullrich, Director of Product Management at Frogster Interactive. "With the development of the launch content almost complete, it's now up to the community to do their part in giving us feedback to make the game great. Runes of Magic is their game and we want to make sure the new content and features we are creating continually add to the excitement and fun in the world."
During the festive break, Runes of Magic convinced critics and won several prestigious awards from the games media. After declaring Runes of Magic as the best free-to-play game of Show at the Games Convention 2008 in August, TenTonHammer.com named Runes of Magic "Surprise Hit 2008". The editors of Mmorpg-planet.com selected Runes of Magic as the "Best Free MMORPG of 2008" and it was the only free-to-play title to be nominated for MMORPG.com's upcoming "Most anticipated Game of 2009" Readers Choice award.
Runes of Magic began its open beta in December with an English and German version. All interested players can now set up an account and download the client for free at www.runesofmagic.com.
Runes of Magic – a world full of wizardry and adventure
With an extensive range of features Runes of Magic prepares to redefine the standard of free-to-play MMO games. Right from the launch Runes of Magic will convey its absorbing story through more than 1.000 quests embedded in an atmospheric world. Players can choose between six main classes. Combined with a secondary class they dispose of 36 individual combinations of character classes over all. All characters possess unique skills with impressive combo attacks and can use mounts. A particularly attractive feature for guilds and players is the possibility to arrange their own virtual homes with individual furnishing. Thanks to an extensive crafting and reputation system, thrilling PVP as well as demanding dungeons and boss-monsters, no wishes remain unsatisfied. The Taiwanese developer Runewaker has developed Runes of Magic according to western MMO standards within a time frame of three years. The studio will provide new challenges for players every three to four months with free add-ons and updates. MMO fans can find more information, pictures and videos on the official website www.runesofmagic.com.
Runes of Magic features
Free-to-play: no monthly fees, free download
Extensive dual class system (six primary and secondary classes)
Versatile spell and attack combinations
Engaging background story
More than 1,000 quests and quest series at launch
No zone boundaries thanks to a seamless architecture
A mix of instanced, tile based, and persistent dungeons to explore
Individually developable skills and spells
Armor sets with special bonuses
Dynamic item system with hundreds of upgradeable runes
Optional PvP system with arena battles and guild wars
Ranking system with player-ranking lists
Unique mounts including horses, tigers, striders and more
Epic crafting system with the ability to improve existing items
Personalization of player houses through individual furnishing
Reputation system
Customizable user interface with the ability to use Add-Ons
Map and radar system to easily find item dealers, resources and quests
In-game auction houses for trading items
Teleport-Runes for instant travel
Mouse and keyboard controls for movement
Regular updates with new content
Cross-server fights through three-server-battles (in development)
Guild houses in special zones (in development)
About Runewaker Entertainment Ltd.
Runewaker Entertainment was founded in August of 2004, with the headquarters located in Taichung, Taiwan. The founding members are all very experienced in the field and decided to come together to pursue their own dream. Currently Runewaker employs over 40 highly skilled programmers, designers and artists and is constantly expanding. Runewaker specializes in making massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPG). The company has built their own engine from scratch that rivals some of the best that is available out on the market. Their first product, Radiant Arcana (Runes of Magic), is already completed and currently in Open Beta Phase in China. Runewaker is currently producing more content for Runes of Magic. Webpage: http://www.runewaker.com/
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
|
January 10th, 2009, 01:51 Posted By: wraggster
BioWare has announced that it will showcase Mass Effect 2, the sequel to its critically-acclaimed RPG, at this year's upcoming Game Developers Conference. The developer revealed on the gaming event's web site that it would discuss what it learned from the first game's level design and how the second game would improve upon the formula.
GDC will once again take place at San Francisco's Moscone Center. This year's event will be held from March 23 - 27. BioWare Project Manager Corey Andruko and BioWare Lead Technical Designer Dusty Everman will lead the 60-minute lecture. The session's official description is posted below:
"Session Description
This session examines the BioWare Mass Effect team's new level-creation process, which is focused on maximizing iteration for quality while minimizing rework and cost. This approach to building levels strives to integrate the Design, Art, and Production teams such that the highest-risk level-creation issues are addressed early in the development cycle. Lessons learned from Mass Effect lead to a detailed description of the new level-creation process, and graphical examples of a level illustrate its progression through the necessary phases. The discussion also examines how BioWare is currently implementing this process using elements of Scrum and Lean Development.
Takeaway
Attendees will: - Gain insight into some of the major issues the development team encountered while building Mass Effect at BioWare; - Get a detailed look at the Mass Effect team's new approach to creating levels while avoiding these issues; - Find out how this new process is working for the Mass Effect team; - Learn about new pitfalls the team discovered that can potentially be avoided on future game projects.
Intended Audience and Prerequisites
This lecture is intended for producers, designers, or any game developer involved in planning, specification, or content creation for game levels. An understanding of modern video game development workflows is recommended."
http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/942/942902p1.html
To read more of the post and Download, click here!
Join In and Discuss Here
Submit News and Releases Here and Contact Us for Reviews and Advertising Here |
|
|
|
|
« prev
473
474
475
476
477
478
479
480
481
482
483
484
485
486
487
488
489
490
491
492
493
next » |
